Ranger RTJ-1 Owner's manual

Brand: Ranger

Model: RTJ-1

Type: Owner's manual

Ranger Products RTJ-1 is a 1-ton transmission jack designed for use in the removal, installation, and transportation of transmissions, transfer cases, and transaxles. It features a heavy-duty steel construction, a low-profile design for easy access under vehicles, and a foot pump for precise lifting control. The RTJ-1 also includes a chain and hook restraint system for securing the load, and a tilt crank for aligning the saddle with the component being lifted.

1-TON TRANSMISSION JACK

Model: RTJ-1

Rev. D

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION. BY PROCEEDING YOU AGREE THAT

YOU FULLY UNDERSTAND AND COMPREHEND THE FULL CONTENTS OF

THIS MANUAL. FORWARD THIS MANUAL TO ALL OPERATORS. FAILURE TO

OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT AS DIRECTED MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.

Rev. D 02-07-2017

P/N 5900720

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIMS

When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the pur-

chaser upon receipt from the carrier. Consequently,

claims for the material damaged in shipment must

be made by the purchaser against the transporta-

tion company at the time shipment is received.

BE SAFE

Ranger™ Transmission Jacks are designed and built

with safety in mind. However, proper training and

thoughtful operation on the part of the operator can

increase your overall safety. DO NOT operate or

repair this equipment without reading this manual

and the important safety instructions shown inside.

1645 Lemonwood Dr.

Santa Paula, CA. 93060, USA

Tel: 1-805-933-9970

Toll Free: 1-800-253-2363

Fax: 1-805-933-9160

www.rangerproducts.com

Keep this operation manual near

the machine at all times. Make sure

that ALL USERS read this manual.

THIS OPERATING MANUAL CONTAINS

IMPORTANT DETAILS CONCERNING THE SAFE

OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT. THE USER MUST

READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE DETAILS BEFORE

ANY USE OF THE EQUIPMENT. THIS MANUAL MUST

BE RETAINED FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

OWNER/OPERATOR

RESPONSIBILITY:

The owner and/or operator shall study the product

instructions and retain them for future reference.

The owner and/or operator shall have an understanding

of the product operating instructions and warnings before

operating the transmission jack.

Warning information shall be emphasized and

understood. If the operator is not uent in English, the

product instructions and warnings shall be read to and

discussed with the operator in the operator’s native

language by the purchaser/ owner or his designee

making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.

IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS

To help prevent personal injury and damage to

equipment,

• Study, understand, and follow all safety

precautions and operating instructions before

operating this device.

• Wear eye protection that meets ANSI z87.1 and

OSHA standards.

• A load must never exceed rated jack capacity.

• Do not lift or support the vehicle with this jack

adequately support the vehicle before starting

repairs.

• Use only on a hard, level surface.

• Center the load on the jack saddle. Off-center loads

can damage the seals in the ram and cause jack

failure.

• Use of this product is limited to removal, installation,

and transportation in the lowered position, of

transmissions, transfer cases, and transaxles.

• Slowly and carefully move the jack around corners

because the load could tip. Stay clear of a lifted load.

• Lower the jack slowly and carefully while watching

the position of the load.

• Do not modify the jack or use adapters unless

approved or supplied by Ranger.

• Use only anti-wear hydraulic jack oil with a 215 sus

viscosity rating at 100° f. The use of alcohol,

hydraulic brake fluid, or transmission oil could

damage seals and result in jack failure.

This guide cannot cover every situation, so always do

the job with safety first. Always maintain a clean work

area. Keep visitors and especially children away from the

work area.

INSPECTION

Visual inspection should be made before each use of

the transmission jack. This inspection should check for

abnormal conditions such as cracked welds, leaks, and

damaged, loose or missing parts.

Any product that appears to be damaged in any way,

is found to be worn or operated abnormally, must be

removed from service immediately.

Any product that operates abnormally shall be removed

from service until repaired by a qualied repair service

center.

If the product is accidentally subjected to an abnormal

load or shock, it must be taken out of service immediately

and be inspected by a qualied repair or service center.

It is recommended that an annual inspection is performed

on the transmission jack and that any damaged or worn

parts, decals or warning labels be replaced with

manufacturer’s specied parts.

ALTERATIONS

Because of potential hazards associated with this type of

equipment, no alterations shall be made to the product.

FOR YOUR SAFETY AND TO PREVENT INJURY:

DO NOT EXCEED RATED CAPACITY.

OVERLOADING CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO OR

FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION JACK.

KEEP HANDS AND BODY CLEAR OF ALL

PINCH POINTS.

THIS TRANSMISSION JACK IS DESIGNED FOR USE

ONLY ON HARD LEVEL SURFACES CAPABLE OF

SUSTAINING THE LOAD. USE ON OTHER THAN HARD

LEVEL SURFACES CAN RESULT IN THE INSTABILITY

OF THE TRANSMISSION JACK AND POSSIBLE LOSS

OF LOAD.

READ, STUDY AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING

MANUAL PACKED WITH THIS TRANSMISSION JACK

BEFORE OPERATING.

FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY

RESULT IN LOSS OF LOAD, DAMAGE TO THE

TRANSMISSION JACK , AND/OR FAILURE RESULT-

ING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL OR FATAL

INJURY.

WARRANTY POLICY

Ranger Products™ are backed by over 40 years of

manufacturing experience. Every product bearing the

Ranger name is sold with the best warranty you can nd

in the market. For more information about our

warranty, please read:

www.rangerproducts.com/Ranger-Warranty.pdf

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Locate the two “leg assemblies” and attach them

together using the three bolts, washers, and nuts

provided. Leave finger tight for now.

2. Attach the casters to the ends of each leg, one at a

time, making sure to snugly tighten them using a

17 mm open end wrench.

3. Place the cylinder assembly onto the leg assembly

and bolt in place using the three bolts and washers

provided. Make sure to snugly tighten these bolts.

4. Tighten the bolts and nuts attached to the leg

assembly in Step 1.

5. Attach the Tow Handle and the Steering Handle.

6. Attach the angle plate brackets onto the saddle, and

fasten with the hex bolts and nuts.

7. Assemble the stationary plate bracket on the angle

plate bracket and secure with the hook and screw

caps. Assemble chains and chain hardware to the

corner of the stationary plate bracket.

The chains and chain hardware are provided to

secure the transmission, transfer box, or differential

to the saddle assembly by the different shape of their

housing. When using, both ends of the chain should

be anchored to the bracket.

DO NOT RAISE, LOWER, OR TRANSPORT A

TRANSMISSION UNLESS IT IS SECURED BY THE

RESTRAINT SYSTEM. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

TO ADJUST THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM TO A

SUITABLE POSITION. BENDPAK / RANGER IS NOT

SUBJECT TO ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR

INCORRECT SETUPS OF THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM

THAT MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY AND / OR

PROPERTY DAMAGE.

SETUP INSTRUCTIONS

1. To prevent oil leak during shipment, the oil seal screw

is tightened down to ensure the best sealing function.

Before the rst use, loosen the oil seal screw 1 full

turn.

2. The reservoir tube is shipped lled with hydraulic

oil. Before using the jack for the rst time, press the

release pedal to open the release valve, and operate

the foot pump eight full strokes to distribute the oil.

BLEEDING AIR FROM THE

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

Air can accumulate within a hydraulic system during

shipment or after prolonged use. This entrapped air

causes the jack to respond slowly or feel “spongy.” Use

the steps below to bleed the system.

1. Pump the jack to the highest point where the rst and

the second piston rams are both at maximum height.

2. Get the help of another person to keep the release

pedal depressed, and activate the foot pedal about 20

times.

3. Let go of the release pedal; the air in the oil system

should be bled successfully. If not successful, repeat

procedure but rst check oil level, or see procedures

under maintenance section, steps 2 through 5.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Follow the vehicle’s recommended service procedure

for removal of the component.

2. Position the jack under the vehicle.

3. Raise the jack by operating the foot pump until the

saddle touches the component.

4. Adjust the support brackets to t the component.

5. Use the tilt crank to align the saddle with the

component.

6. Finish raising the jack to the component. Secure the

chain assembly around the component.

MAINTENANCE

1. Regularly lubricate all moving parts of the jack. Pay

special attention to the lift screw and related linkages.

A medium weight lubricating grease should be used

on all external moving parts, such as the bearing

surface, pivot points, tilt screws, etc.

2. Regularly check the oil level. With the saddle fully

lowered, remove the oil seal screw, and check the

oil level. The oil level should be at the bottom of the

screw hole. Add oil if necessary.

3. Use only hydraulic jack oil. Do not use hydraulic

brake uid.

4. If the jack fails to operate, check the oil level and/or

bleed unit before seeking service.

5. Do not use this jack as a wash rack when washing or

steam cleaning transmissions.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Trouble Cause Solution

Unit fails to extend or extends

partially

1. Low uid level

1. Refer to Maintenance section and ll to

correct uid level.

Incomplete or spongy cylinder

response when foot pedal is

pumped

1. Low uid level

2. Air in system

1. Fill to correct uid level.

2. Refer to Bleeding Air from the Hydraulic

System.

Abnormal leakage through unit

breather

1. Low uid level

1. Refer to Maintenance section and ll to

correct uid level.

Unit fails to extend when foot

pedal is pumped

1. Release valve malfunction

2. Contamination

3. Cylinder packing failure

1. Pump foot pedal with release valve open.

2. Disassemble and clean unit.

3. Install the necessary items from the seal

kit.

Cylinder creeps

1. Load exceeds maximum lifting

capacity

2. Release valve is leaking

1. Reduce load or use jack with sufcient

lifting capacity.

2. Flush release valve by pumping foot pedal

with release valve open.

Cylinder doesn’t retract when

release pedal is activated

1. Light load

2. Cylinder is binding

1. Unit requires 35 lbs. to return.

2. Disassemble unit; replace defective parts.

Cylinder doesn’t extend

1. Contamination

2. Bad packing

1. Disassemble and clean unit.

2. Install new seal kit.

Cylinder extends when foot pedal

is pressed, and retracts as foot

pedal retracts

1. Release valve malfunction

2. Contamination

1. Flush release valve by pumping foot pedal

with release valve open.

2. Disassemble and clean unit.

PARTS BREAKDOWN

Item # Description Qty. Item # Description Qty.

Head 1

Steel Ball 1

Dust Seal 1

O Ring 1

O Ring 2

Release Valve Lever 1

Small Top Cap 1

Release Valve Lever Pin 1

O Ring 1

Spring 1

Piston Rod 1

Steel Ball 1

Dust Seal 1

Spring 1

O Ring 2

Copper Washer 1

Big Top Cap 1

Inner Hexagon Screw 1

O Ring 1

Foot Pedal Base 1

Rectangle Ring 1

Spring Washer 4

Middle Cylinder 1

Inner Hexagon Bolt 4

Spring Plate 1

Shaft Pin 1

Spring 1

R Pin 1

Pump Core 1

Pump Release Foot Pedal 1

Dust Seal 1

Locking Block 1

O Ring 2

Inner Hexagon Screw 1

Pump Body 1

Connect Rod 2

Pump Washer 1

Washer 2

Steel Ball 1

Hexagon Bolt 2

Cylinder 1

Cotter Pin 2

U Style Handle 1

Shaft Pin 2

Inner Hexagon Screw 2

Washer 2

Oil Seal Screw 1

Foot Pedal Long Pin 1

O Ring 1

Hexagon Bolt 2

Handle 1

Foot Pedal 1

Washer 1

Nut 3

R Pin 1

Washer 3

Shaft Pin 1

Hexagon Bolt 3

Cylinder Body 1

Hexagon Bolt 3

Base 1

Washer 3

O Ring 2

Round Nut 4

Valve Seat 1

Spring Washer 4

Washer 4

Inner Hexagon Bolt 4

Foot 2

Inner Hexagon Screw 1

Caster Wheel 4

Steel Ball 1

PARTS BREAKDOWN

Item # Description Qty. Item # Description Qty.

Adjustable Rod - Long 1

Pin 16 x 108 1

Adjustable Shaft 2

Plate 1

Ring Gasket 2

Headstock Accessories 2

Bearing 4

Chain 2

Adjustable Pin 2

Nut M10 2

Lock Nut 2

Washer ɸ 10 2

Screw M8 x 16 1

Screw M10 x 25 2

Connect Unit 1

Shaft 16 x 265 1

Adjustable Rod - Short 1

Adjustment Assembly 1

Circlips for Shaft 4

PARTS BREAKDOWN

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